How Aussies can turn just 24 days of annual leave into a massive 59 days off in 2025
Smart Australian workers have discovered how to maximize their annual leave by 2025, turning just 24 days off into a whopping 59 days off.
This strategy works by aligning annual vacation days with weekends and holidays, giving you longer breaks without using up your precious annual vacation money.
It’s an efficient way to rest and recharge while making the most of Australia’s generous holiday schedule, revealed Michael Rusli on TikTok.
Apply for January 28, 29, 30 and 31 as annual leave and you will enjoy a nine-day break from January 25 to February 2.
With Australia Day falling on January 27 (observed), this extended holiday is the perfect way to start 2025.
Travelers have been known to escape the summer heat by heading to Tasmania for a food and wine tour or taking a coastal route along the Great Ocean Road to enjoy beautiful ocean views during this time.
You can also take April 15, 16, 17, 22, 23 and 24 off and enjoy a huge 16-day holiday from April 12 to April 27.
With Easter Sunday on April 20 and Anzac Day on April 25, this clever combination of holidays and weekends offers one of the longest breaks of the year.
Smart Australian workers have discovered how to maximize their annual leave by 2025, turning just 24 days off into a whopping 59 days off
This strategy works by aligning annual vacation days with weekends and holidays
Then plan a mini getaway by booking June 10, 11, 12 and 13 as annual leave.
This gives you a nine-day holiday from June 7 to June 15, thanks to the King’s Birthday holiday on June 9, which is celebrated in all states except Western Australia and Queensland.
Aussies often head to Queensland’s Gold Coast for sunny beaches and theme parks, or opt for a cozy winter getaway to the Blue Mountains, where they can hike during the day and spend the nights by the fireplace.
You can apply for October 7, 8, 9 and 10 as annual leave and from October 4 to 12 you will enjoy another nine days’ break.
With Labor Day falling on October 6 in New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory and South Australia, this is an ideal time to enjoy the spring weather.
Finish the year strong by booking December 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 and 31, plus January 2, 2026, for a 16-day vacation from December 20 to January 4.
With the Christmas and New Year holidays approaching, this festive holiday is perfect for relaxing with family and friends – or jetting off to Europe for a White Christmas.